Maria 01 Community Breakfast: Funding Mix (event full)

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Join us on the 14th of August for an educational breakfast at the Maria 01 campus!

Equity financing, debt financing and grants serve as complementary methods for companies to secure capital.

Debt financing enables you to retain complete control of your business but necessitates repayment with interest. On the other hand, equity financing offers capital without immediate repayment; investors assume some risk in exchange for partial ownership of your company, also contributing valuable expertise and knowledge. Grants provide additional financing without the need for repayment or giving up ownership, although they may occasionally necessitate a substantial amount of self-financing.

These options can synergize to provide businesses with the essential funds for growth and expansion.

Join us for a panel discussion where experts delve into the advantages of various funding options and explore how they can be combined. Each panellist brings in-depth knowledge and expertise related to specific funding mechanisms:

Loan financing: Christian Thomas Clayhills, Danske Bank
Christian is the Head of Danske Bank Growth in Finland, the leading Startup Bank for Nordic startups. He specializes in non-dilutive financing and banking services that support international growth.

Grants: Jaana Rantanen, Startup & Network Manager, Customers & Networks, Business Finland
Jaana has long experience in innovations, research-based startups, funding and development in the public sector.

Equity financing: Paavo Räisänen, Partner at Maki.vc
Maki.vc. is a Nordic VC firm focused on seed investments in deep tech and brand-driven companies. With over two decades in the intersection of tech and business, Paavo fluently navigates all levels, from boards to cutting-edge ventures. Drawing insights from his experience as an entrepreneur and startup executive turned investor, Paavo works closely with Maki’s portfolio, guiding them from inception to commercial scale.

This event is ideal for startup founders, CEOs, investors, and anyone interested in learning about the various funding options.

Join us for a morning packed with invaluable insights, networking with fellow founders and investors, and breakfast on the house. We look forward to an engaging morning with you!

Doors open & Breakfast served

Welcome words by Maria 01

Panel discussion with the panellists

Q&A

Networking & End of event